National Poetry Month Celebration

Junior Hstarted writing poetry in high school. It started out when he wrote for friends on issues relating to his life. Now, he is working on a book of poems and is excited about breaking into the industry as an up and coming artist. He loves poetry and is inspired by other artists self expression.

The Interview

Where do you draw your inspiration from to write poetry?The world brings so many different things to life. Why not embrace it and write it. Poetry is my way of venting and speaking what I cannot say with my mouth.

What advice do you have for someone that is threatened by poetry?Poetry is nothing to be threatened by- its a thing of expression just like dance and even hip-hop. Poetry gives you permission to speak your mind, to display the heart and mind of the writer and more than anything else it highlights the beauty of expression.

What is an interesting fact about you? I really don't tell anyone this, but I walk around my house in socks. I have two toes that are stuck together on both feet. I am not shy about it. It's something I've come to accept and love either way even though I think its weird. Where are you from/Where do you live?I am from Washington DC, but I now live in Maryland.

Who is your favorite poet?I guess I am an old head, but I really like Edgar Allan Poe. Its something about his poetry and writing that intrigues me. Perhaps it is the subtle darkness that pulls me in. I love it.

A Poem

UNCONDITIONALI want to live within your heart There is no other place I would rather be, then your arms Wrap me with an embrace that cannot be separated No conditions, no stipulations, this is my interpretation Believe in what we have within our look of eye and eye This is where I am lost and found as I bare my soul Whole hearted; I lose control in the moment Confessing the love that resides behind the door of my heart As you reach for the knob to enter Remember that there are no conditions or stipulations I bare a true me, an open book for you to read

That really means a lot to hear you say that about my poem. I glad to know that you like the writing.

Stephanie Clopton

4/21/2014 09:04:13 am

He's so young and so talented!

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Yvonne Brown

4/21/2014 02:40:22 pm

Junior H. would love that compliment I think!

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Junior H.

4/23/2014 05:29:18 am

You are so right about me loving this comment. I want to... put it in my pocket and take it with me. Thank you for your support, and comment it means a lot to me.

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Traci Henegar

4/21/2014 09:04:50 am

I love the last line. So open and venerable.

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Yvonne Brown

4/21/2014 02:40:47 pm

Just the way a poet needs to be!

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Junior

4/23/2014 05:32:02 am

That to me is the best part, and it is because that is love. showing vulnerability to let someone enter your world and share what encompasses your being. This is what makes it so fascinating. Thank you for your comment and glad you like the poem.

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Marjory Johnson

4/21/2014 09:05:38 am

I really love his poem and that you're show casing such talent.

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Yvonne Brown

4/21/2014 02:41:15 pm

Thank you for your support Marjory! The pleasure is all mine!

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Junior

4/23/2014 05:33:34 am

Thank you, and it really means a lot to me. Your support is greatly appreciated.